Former Celtic striker Frank McAvennie has cautioned his old club to stay vigilant regarding a potential transfer development brewing at Rangers this summer. While Rangers are currently focused on securing the Scottish Premiership title, they are also actively working on summer signings behind the scenes.
One player on Rangers’ radar is Abdallah Sima, who has made a significant impact since joining on loan from Brighton during the 2023/24 season, despite facing some injury setbacks. With ten league goals already to his name, Sima has caught the attention of Rangers, and there’s a possibility of a permanent deal being struck for him at the end of the season.
Fabio Silva is also in a similar position, though not as impressive as Sima this season. He may be leaving Wolves permanently this summer, presenting an opportunity for Rangers to secure his services for a higher fee.
Another player on Rangers’ radar is Lawrence Shankland from Hearts. With an impressive record of 20 league goals so far in 2023/24, Shankland is seen as a top option to strengthen Philippe Clement’s attacking lineup, potentially even surpassing Sima and Silva in terms of impact.
McAvennie, speaking to Football Insider, expressed that Shankland joining Rangers could be a smart move, highlighting his intelligence and technical skills. He noted that while Shankland may lack the pace for English football, he would excel in Scotland and could pose a threat to Celtic if he joins Rangers.
Regardless of the potential signings of Sima and Silva, securing Champions League qualification will be crucial for Rangers to afford these players. Shankland, however, stands out as a brilliant choice to enhance Rangers’ attacking prowess.
| Top scorers in the Scottish Premiership this season | Total |
|---|---|
| Lawrence Shankland | 20 |
| James Tavernier | 15 |
| Bojan Miovski | 14 |
| Cyriel Dessers | 13 |
| Matt O’Riley | 12 |
| Theo Bair | 12 |
| Kyogo Furuhashi | 10 |
| Simon Murray | 10 |
| Abdallah Sima | 10 |
The 28-year-old is now an experienced player who knows the Scottish Premiership inside out, and his performances this season suggest that he is a player who is coming right into his prime.
From a Celtic perspective, seeing the Gers snap up Shankland would be a big concern, at a time when Clement’s men have not only narrowed the gap hugely on their rivals, but are also threatening to pip them to title glory.
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